Being a long-term member of Land for Wildlife (LfW) for over 20 years, and having a background in psychology, I have often wondered what motivates people like me to become … Continue reading What Motivates People to do Conservation?
Articles
From Paddock to Paradise
Like a growing number of Australians, James and Simone Lane’s story began with a tree change – borne from the desire for their children to grow up playing in a … Continue reading From Paddock to Paradise
Greater Glider Recovery Project on the Sunshine Coast
Spot the nest box in this eucalypt forest on a sandstone ridge in the Mooloolah Valley. The eucalypt forests of SEQ are home to a variety of gliders including the … Continue reading Greater Glider Recovery Project on the Sunshine Coast
Native Guava in Logan showing signs of Myrtle Rust resistance
The Native Guava (Rhodomyrtus psidioides) is a Critically Endangered species that was once reasonably common along the east coast of Australia from Hervey Bay to Sydney. It has been almost … Continue reading Native Guava in Logan showing signs of Myrtle Rust resistance
Weeds to Watch: Rusty-leaf Pittosporum and Ming Asparagus
Rusty-leaf Pittosporum (Pittosporum ferrugineum) is an Australian native plant outside its range in SEQ. In coastal SEQ, it can form thick stands with weedy potential. It can be mistaken for … Continue reading Weeds to Watch: Rusty-leaf Pittosporum and Ming Asparagus
Book Reviews
It is a great time to be a young reader. There are so many books now available with a focus on the natural world here in Australia. We have an … Continue reading Book Reviews
Restoration Project at Brookfield
I agree with Mark Twain who is credited with the wisdom, “All you need in this life is ignorance and confidence, and then success is sure.” We certainly had plenty … Continue reading Restoration Project at Brookfield
Cane Toad Collaboration
The introduction of the Cane Toad in 1935 to Australia to control agricultural pests brought a whole range of negative impacts into our natural environment and our wildlife. Cane Toads … Continue reading Cane Toad Collaboration
From Working Towards to Registered
Arecent visit to a Land for Wildlife property in Palmwoods showcased the wonderful conservation outcomes that can be achieved through dedication, hard work and long-term goals. Wandering through the young … Continue reading From Working Towards to Registered
Collared Delma Habitat Enhancement
From April 2022 to March 2023, numerous Brisbane Land for Wildlife members were involved in surveys and habitat recovery for the small legless lizard, the Collared Delma (Delma torquata). This … Continue reading Collared Delma Habitat Enhancement